Urban Forest Tree Worker – Paid Training & 9‑Day Fortnight

Council Jobs; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform Provided

Harbour view locations

Rostered day off

Job summary

North Sydney Council's Trees team maintains and enhances the urban forest across harbour-side spaces. This full-time role reports to the Team Leader and Urban Forest Supervisor, contributing to scheduled and reactive maintenance to ensure the safety and health of our urban trees.

You will operate equipment, perform essential arboricultural tasks, and work in a culture that values teamwork and safety. A 9-day fortnight is provided to support work‑life balance, with uniform supplied and access to

Qualifications

• White card (Construction Induction Card) required.
• Willingness to learn safe use of chainsaws.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the urban trees in North Sydney.
• Assist with scheduled and reactive maintenance programs.
• Operate equipment and perform arboricultural tasks safely.

Skills

White card

Chainsaw operation willingness

Teamwork & communication

Education

ChemCert certificate

Certificate III in Arboriculture

Tree work experience

Job description

North Sydney Council's Trees team maintains and enhances the urban forest across harbour-side spaces. This full-time role reports to the Team Leader and Urban Forest Supervisor, contributing to scheduled and reactive maintenance to ensure the safety and health of our urban trees.

You will operate equipment, perform essential arboricultural tasks, and work in a culture that values teamwork and safety. A 9-day fortnight is provided to support work‑life balance, with uniform supplied and access to